Elena Defio Kean

Elena DeFio Kean is an experienced attorney currently practicing at Hinman Straub P.C. since August 2019. Prior to this role, Elena served as Attorney & Counsellor at Law at DeFio Kean, PLLC from March 2015 to August 2019, and held the position of Principal at Towne, Ryan & Partners, P.C. from December 2009 to February 2015. Notable leadership roles include Past President of the Albany County Bar Association and member of the House of Delegates for the New York State Bar Association. Earlier in their career, Elena worked as Principal at Towne, Bartkowski & DeFio Kean and as Partner at Roemer, Wallens & Mineaux, LLP. Academic credentials include a Juris Doctor degree from Albany Law School and a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from the College of St. Rose.